Sr. Designer - Land Development

Precision Recruiters; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company participation

Paid Vacation

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Arizona is seeking a Senior Civil Designer to support large-scale residential and site infrastructure projects. This lead designer role involves developing Civil 3D models, leading teams, and ensuring project design standards while mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have over 10 years of CAD experience and a strong background in land development. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package offered, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of CAD/Civil 3D experience.
• 5+ years focused on detailed land development design.
• Strong understanding of grading, drainage, and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead designer on residential and site infrastructure projects.
• Develop and review Civil 3D models and grading plans.
• Interpret project criteria and coordinate with engineers and designers.

Skills

CAD standards

Civil 3D

Grading

Drainage design

Utilities management

Project management

Mentoring

GIS experience

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Civil Designer

Residential & Site Development | Civil 3D Power User

The Opportunity

This is a lead designer role supporting large-scale residential and site infrastructure projects for one of the most active development platforms in the country. You’ll be the go-to technical expert—owning design, driving standards, and mentoring others—while working closely with engineers and project managers to deliver projects that actually get built.

If you enjoy complex land development, take pride in clean, constructible plans, and want to be more than “just another CAD seat,” this role puts you squarely in the driver’s seat.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Senior Civil Designer, you’ll function as the technical backbone of project teams, leading design from concept through final deliverables.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serve as lead designer on residential and site infrastructure projects
• Develop, modify, and review Civil 3D models, grading plans, drainage, and utility layouts
• Apply advanced CAD standards and Civil 3D functionality to produce high-quality, consistent deliverables
• Interpret project criteria and coordinate with Engineers, Designers, Technicians, and subconsultants
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate the technical aspects of multiple projects simultaneously
• Support Project Managers with schedules, budgets, and technical input through project completion
• Perform quality control reviews prior to external submission
• Identify and resolve technical issues independently, with minimal oversight
• Stay current with local, state, and federal regulations impacting land development projects
• Mentor and train junior designers, technicians, and interns as needed

Leadership & Mentorship

This role may include supervisory responsibilities, including mentoring staff, assigning work, reviewing performance, and contributing to team development—all while maintaining high technical standards.

What They’re Looking For

Required Background

• Associate degree or equivalent from a technical or two-year college
• Certification in CAD software with advanced AutoCAD Civil 3D expertise
• 10+ years of CAD/Civil 3D experience
• 5+ years focused on detailed land development design
• Strong understanding of grading, drainage, utilities, and site constraints
• Ability to lead multiple projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Proficient with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office

Preferred

• GIS experience
• Proven ability to train and mentor others
• Willingness to continue expanding technical and leadership responsibilities

Why This Role Stands Out

• High project volume with real-world impact
• Strong internal engineering support and resources
• Opportunity to be a technical leader, not just a production drafter
• Long-term stability with room to grow

Compensation & Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Company Holidays
• Additional voluntary and company-provided benefits